Side Push Up
Description
The side push-up lies on your side and uses the top arm to push your torso up off the floor — like a bench press performed from a side-lying position. It primarily targets the triceps and is a simple floor exercise.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Side Push Up Instructions
- Lie on your right side. Wrap your right arm across your chest.
- Place your left hand on the floor in front of your chest.
- Press your torso up off the floor by extending your left arm.
- Lower under control.
- Complete reps, then switch sides.
- The range of motion is limited but effective for triceps.
- Keep your hips on the floor — only your torso lifts.
- Aim for 12 to 20 reps per side.
Side Push Up Form & Visual
Side Push Up Benefits
- Simple floor tricep exercise
- No equipment needed
- Isolates one arm at a time
- Accessible for all levels
- Useful when standard push-ups are too hard
- Builds basic pressing strength
Side Push Up Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Anterior deltoid
- Pectoralis major (slight)
